Day Trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo + Chordeleg

If you're in Cuenca, don't miss out on this day trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo, and Chordeleg to see Inca ruins, handicrafts, and many traditions!

Description

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Cuenca at the scheduled time for this day trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo, and Chordeleg. The journey through the Ecuadorian highlands will begin with scenic views. After approximately an hour and 15 minutes, we'll reach Ingapirca, Ecuador's most significant Inca archaeological site. Here, we'll embark on a guided tour of the 16th-century citadel and see the Temple of the Sun.

We'll take a lunch break at local restaurants nearby. Afterward, we'll head to Gualaceo and Chordeleg, known for their artisanal works. In Chordeleg, you'll visit an artisan workshop producing Ecuador's finest filigree and have free time to shop for souvenirs.

The final stop will be a family workshop in Gualaceo, where you'll observe the process of weaving shawls and ponchos on antique looms, utilizing dyes extracted from regional plants for color.

After 9 full hours of cultural exploration, we will return you to your hotel in Cuenca.

Tour with lunch

You can opt for the tour option that includes lunch. This option provides a meal of traditional dishes during the lunch stop, with a selection of typical plates available.